Mohit Gang, in his TEDx MDI talk, shares a gripping journey from managing wealth at Citi through the chaos of the 2008 crisis to becoming a fintech entrepreneur. He distills lessons on resilience, diversification, and the power of being good at more than one vector. With insights like “the unexpected always happens” and “when things go bad, become better,” his message is clear - crises are not just obstacles but opportunities to evolve. This talk is a must for anyone looking to invest smarter and grow stronger in uncertain times. An investment professional with over 15 years of experience in product, strategy and managing UHNI portfolios across a myriad of investment tools like mutual funds, stocks, bonds, alternate assets, etc. He has managed and formulated investment strategies for large networks of private wealth managers, working for MNC banks like Citibank and HSBC. For him, innovation is the norm and he strives to achieve qualitative and quantitative perfection in everything he does. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Ritwik Bhowmik's talk offers a unique perspective on embracing one's identity as an "outsider". As a lead actor in the Indian film industry, he redefines this label not as a disadvantage but as a source of strength. Drawing from his personal journey of moving between different cities in India, he emphasizes the importance of acceptance, purpose, and perseverance. Bhowmik encourages the audience to break through self-imposed boundaries and find power in empathy and resilience. He concludes by highlighting how a strong will and belief in oneself can overcome any perceived limitations. Ritwik Bhowmik is a versatile actor from India. He started his career as a teatre (play) actor and eventually expanded to screen acting.He is most known for his role as "Radhe" in Amazon’s Bandish Bandits (2020), followed by a compelling performance as Dr. Sanket Bhadoria in SonyLIV’s The Whistleblower (2021). and appeared in Anand Tiwari’s feature film Maja Ma (2022). Recent highlights include Bandish Bandits Season 2 (2024) and Khakee: The Bengal Chapter (2025).He considers himself as a lifelong learner who aims to deliver impactful performances to his audiences. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Amit Boni, a leader and entrepreneur, delivers a compelling talk on finding your purpose and building a lasting legacy. He shares powerful lessons on the importance of passion and execution, drawing on his own journey and his unconventional career path from Motorola to Smartron. Boni challenges the audience to define their personal brand based on their assets such as integrity and empathy rather than on corporate titles. He emphasizes that true power comes from resilience, the willingness to take ownership, and the determination to make a meaningful impact. Amit Boni is a distinguished, award-winning leader celebrated for his transformative impact across multiple industries and his visionary approach to driving business turnarounds. Renowned for his strategic acumen, Amit has a proven track record of accelerating ambitious enterprises with agility, boldness, and innovation. His expertise spans the global consumer-tech, sensors, and semiconductor sectors, with a strong emphasis on customer-centric innovation. Amit serves as a trusted Board Advisor and Member at Manentia AI, Healthquad, and several early-stage startups, playing a pivotal role in shaping their strategic trajectories.Currently, Amit is powering his entrepreneurial venture as Founder of Ensuredit Technologies to revolutionize the global insurance ecosystem. Backed by the global insurtech for embedded protection, Cover Genius, he has already scaled the business to be the largest players in its domain within 5 years. Ensuredit is leading the future of insurance today by delivering innovative, customer- first, hyper-personalized experiences that build trust and security with exceptional experiences on AI-based platforms. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

At TEDxMDIGurgaon, Shobit Saraswat dives into the idea of boundaries: how they give structure, but also how they limit. Drawing from his journey of raising capital and building rupee funding solutions, he explores financial barriers, the fear of loss, and why breaking boundaries creates meaningful impact. His talk is an invitation to step beyond compartments, challenge conventions, and reimagine what’s possible in business and life. For entrepreneurs, dreamers, and anyone boxed in by limits, this talk offers both inspiration and practical wisdom. Leading Rupee Funding as a Co-Founder, Shobhit Saraswat's expertise in strategic finance and working capital management has been honed over a significant tenure in the industry. At the heart of his professional drive is the commitment to develop innovative capital solutions that empower SMEs and corporates to achieve their financial goals. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In the United States, Asian Americans are constantly perceived through the lens of the “Model Minority” stereotype, a seemingly beneficial but ultimately harmful perspective that associates Asian Americans with universal success. The “Model Minority” stereotype enforces unrealistic expectations that manifest into Imposter Syndrome within the Asian American community. My talk explores how Imposter Syndrome is internalized and passed down through generations of women in Asian American families. Most importantly, I will discuss how this damaging cycle can be dismantled to make way for positive change in the Asian American community. I am a rising senior at Oakton High School working towards publishing my year-long research on Imposter Syndrome in Asian American families during the upcoming school year. I am aspiring to become a dental hygienist after studying General Biology in university. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Dr. Wendee Wechsberg discusses her career experiences addressing the challenges of substance abuse, sexual health and HIV in women through her clinical work across the globe. Dr. Wendee Wechsberg was the Founding Director for the RTI Global Gender Center before retiring this year and remains an adjunct professor at Gillings School of Global Public Health. Having been a clinician and an NIH scientist working domestically and globally, she remains committed to applied research with women and HIV. Dr. Wechsberg created and has chaired the International Women’s and Children’s Group (InWomen’s) a network of over 900 participants from 44 countries working in the field of substance use. Dr. Wechsberg has received numerous awards including NIDA International’s excellence in mentoring 2013 and the Forbes Women 50 Over 50 Impact List in 2022. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx